Privacy Policy

1. Introduction

1.1 The Association known as Female Techpreneur (company number 12438762) ("We", "Us", "Our", the "Parent Company") and its subsidiary FecirQ ("the App") take privacy, and the security of personal data, very seriously, and We are committed to ensuring that We safeguard the privacy and personal data of Our App users and those with whom We communicate through the App, whether by email, in-app messaging, or electronically, at all times and in the best way possible.

1.3 Female Techpreneur (company number 12438762) is a company registered in England and Wales and Our registered office is at 20 – 22 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU. FecirQ is a mobile application owned and operated by Female Techpreneur as its subsidiary product.

1.4 When We collect, use and process personal data through the FecirQ App, We are subject to the provisions of the United Kingdom General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), and the Data Protection Act 2018, and We are responsible as what is described as a 'controller' of that personal information for the purposes of those laws. In other words, Female Techpreneur, as the parent company of FecirQ, is primarily responsible for that data.

1.6 This policy relates to Your use of the FecirQ App and electronic communications. Please note that the App may link to other third-party websites or services that may also gather information about You. Third-party websites and services will operate in accordance with their own separate privacy policies.

1.7 We are committed to preserving the privacy of Your data so that We can deliver service of a high quality to App users, comply with the law, meet the expectations of users, employees and third parties, and protect Our reputation.

Key Terms

• personal data: Any information relating to an identified or identifiable individual (known as a data subject)
• processing: Any operation or actions performed on personal data (collection, recording, storage, use, etc.)
• We, Us and Our: Refers to Female Techpreneur (the parent company) and FecirQ (the App)
• You and Your: Refers to the person accessing the FecirQ App

2. Your Personal Data

2.1 Personal data is collected about You whenever You download, install, access or use the FecirQ App, register with Us, create an account, contact Us, send Us feedback, purchase services or subscriptions via the App, post material to the App, complete forms within the App, take part in user surveys, participate in competitions, or submit reviews.

2.2 Personal data is collected either directly (when You register, create a profile, contact Us, purchase products or services, complete forms) or indirectly (through 'Cookies', device identifiers, or analytics tools).

Types of Data We Collect

• Your name, address, email, telephone number and other contact details
• Your date of birth and age verification information
• Your bank account, credit card, or other financial details and payment information
• Your device information (device ID, model, operating system, mobile network)
• Your location data (where You have granted permission)
• Details of feedback You give Us (phone, email, in-app messaging, social media)
• Information about services We provide to You through the App
• Your account details (username, login details, password, profile information)
• Your IP address, browser type, operating system
• App features accessed, content viewed, usage patterns and preferences
• Documents, media, or resources uploaded, downloaded, or shared via the App
• User-generated content created or shared through the App

How We Use Your Data

• Create and manage Your account
• Verify Your identity and maintain account security
• Provide goods and services through the App
• Process payments and manage subscriptions
• Customise the App and content to Your preferences
• Send push notifications and in-app messages (where consented)
• Notify You of changes to the App or services
• Improve Our services and App functionality
• Provide customer support and technical assistance

2.6 Please keep Us informed if Your personal details change. You can update Your information through the App's account settings or by contacting Us directly.

2.7 The FecirQ App is not intended for use by children under 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

3. The Purposes for Which Your Information Is Used

3.1 Data protection law requires that We only use Your personal data where We have a proper reason. These include:

Specific Purposes

3.2.1 To supply goods/services through the App (Contract)

3.2.2 To prevent or detect fraud (Legitimate Interests)

3.2.3 To preserve confidentiality of commercially sensitive information (Consent or Legitimate Interests)

3.2.4 Credit control and reference checks (Consent, Legitimate Interests, or Contract)

3.2.5 To analyse App usage including IP address, location, browser/device type, usage patterns (Consent or Legitimate Interests)

3.2.6 To improve App operation and provide requested services (Consent, Legitimate Interests, or Contract)

3.2.7 For user-generated content posted on the App (Consent, Legitimate Interests, or Contract)

3.2.8 For enquiries, newsletters, notifications, updates (Consent, Legitimate Interests, or Contract)

3.2.9 To establish, exercise or defend legal claims (Legitimate Interests)

3.2.10 To comply with legal obligations or protect vital interests

3.3 We will only process 'special category personal information' (racial/ethnic origin, political opinions, religious beliefs, health data, etc.) with Your explicit consent.

4. Contacting You

4.1 We may send You updates concerning Our services, relevant developments, the FecirQ App, or other related matters by post, telephone, email, text, push notification, or in-app message.

4.2 We regard Ourselves as having a legitimate interest in processing Your data for these purposes. We undertake 'legitimate interest assessments' to balance Our interests with Your data protection rights.

4.3 Where You have agreed, We may send You information about third party services relevant to services We have supplied.

4.4 We will never share Your data with others for marketing or promotional purposes. You have the right to request that We do not contact You for any purpose other than providing Our services. Manage Your preferences in App settings or by contacting Us.

5. Sharing Your Data with Others

5.1 We may share Your personal data with:

• App store providers (Apple App Store, Google Play Store) for distribution and payment processing
• Cloud service providers and hosting services supporting App infrastructure
• Analytics and crash reporting services to improve App performance
• Payment processors and financial institutions
• Customer support and communication platforms

5.2 We impose contractual obligations on all service providers to ensure Your personal data is kept secure. We only allow others to handle Your data if We are satisfied with their protection measures.

5.3 We may be required to disclose data to government, law enforcement and regulatory bodies to comply with legal obligations.

5.4 We may share information with potential buyers of Our business (including FecirQ) or during re-structuring. Information will usually be anonymised; recipients will be bound by confidentiality.

5.5 We may share anonymised data for statistical purposes. Where not possible, recipients must keep information confidential.

5.6 Other than as set out above, We will not share Your personal data with any other third party.

6. How Your Personal Data Is Kept

6.1 Your personal data will be kept secure at all times.

6.2 Some data may be held electronically on cloud servers. Where outside the UK, Paragraph 7 provisions apply.

6.3 We operate security measures to prevent loss or unauthorised access. We restrict access to those with genuine business need and have procedures for suspected data breaches. We will notify You and regulators where legally required.

6.4 Personal data will not be retained longer than necessary.

6.5 Where retained after services end, this is generally to:

• Respond to questions, complaints or claims
• Demonstrate fair treatment and adequate handling
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

6.6 Different retention periods apply depending on data type and purpose.

6.7 We also retain data to inform You of service updates and for legal compliance.

6.8 We will delete and/or anonymise data no longer necessary to retain.

7. Transferring Your Data Outside the UK

7.1 We may transfer data outside the UK where necessary (e.g., international offices, cloud services, international elements).

7.2 Cloud hosting and App infrastructure may be based in the USA or other jurisdictions.

7.3 We may transfer to countries assessed as providing adequate protection by the [European Commission/Secretary of State].

7.4 For transfers to non-EEA countries without adequate protection, We ensure compliance with data protection law using Standard Contractual Clauses or relevant frameworks such as the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.

7.5 For further information please contact Our Data Manager.

8. Your Rights in Relation to Your Data

Data protection legislation gives You various rights exercisable without charge. These are set out in Articles 12–23 of the UK GDPR:

Full details can be found in the UK GDPR or via the Information Commissioner's Office.

How to Exercise Your Rights

You may exercise rights by:

• Contacting Us by any medium (writing, telephone, text, electronically, through the App, or social media)
• Completing a form We can supply
• Through a third-party You have authorised

9. Cookies and Similar Technologies

The FecirQ App and associated services may use cookies, device identifiers, and similar technologies to collect information about Your usage patterns and preferences. You can manage these preferences through Your device settings and within the App.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in Our practices, App functionality, or legal requirements. We will notify You of material changes through the App or via email. Your continued use of FecirQ after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.